Eldora to host Forepaugh Sells shows Sept 12 crowd
Eldora prepares for the Forepaugh Sells Bros. circus to attract a large crowd September 12. The city campaigns with advertising, while local events include an auction sale by B. J. Lynn, a lost child’s coat, a robbery report of Dr. Lewis Albright, new waists at the New Store, and ongoing court actions in Ackley versus Workes. Mayor Robb praised for bringing the show to Eldora and boosting the local economy.
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Herald Office
B. J. Lynn
Point Pleasant
A. P. Mason
Lewis Albright
Oufrope~dist
Eldora
Globe
Marshalltown
Times-Republican
Albright
Ackley
BE. D. Workes
Scales
Andrews
Robb
Adam Forepaugh
Sells Bros
Herald
Elty
The
Eldora Schools to Open With Large Enrollment Expected
Eldora prepares for a big start as pupils return Monday. Teachers listed include Supt Milo Hunt and Principal Luella Albrook with a full calendar of terms from September to June. Renovations and repairs, including boiler work and a cement walk, completed.
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Eldora
Foster
Polley
Milo Hunt
Hier
Luella Albrook
Belle Daniels
Edith R. Lee
Albert J. Meyer
Myra Whited
Jennie Fenton
Clara Sheckles
Victoria Aylesworth
Ella Ames
Margaret Wills
Helen M. Brown
Abigail Pickett
Julia Scurry
Pottery Clay Prospects Highlight Eldora Resources
W G Heartgrader, a Marshalltown glazier, toured Eldora with samples of art ware and bric a brac fired from Eldora clay on Henry L Huff land. He praised the clay as superior for art and brick making, and urged investment to establish a local plant. The piece notes local clay, sand, and coal wealth and potential capital interest. It also advertises a New Store dress trims and Nickel Plate rail service to New York and Boston with modern trains and dining car service. Poultry prices are advertised at Jenssen Krause.
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W.G. Heartgrader
Marshall Pottery Co
Marshalltown
Eldora
Henry L. Huff
England
Baldora
New York City
Boston
Chicago
New York
Adams Street
Normal Institute closes amid praise and salary pleas
The Hardin County Normal Institute ended with 218 enrolled and wide teacher engagement. Notable lectures by Lorado Taft and Prof Samson plus an afternoon on Liquid Air drew strong attendance. Resolutions urged higher teacher salaries, recognized educational exhibits, and thanked Mrs Chassell for Educational Day efforts.
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Hardin Co. Normal Institute
Lorado Taft
Zwichy
Samson
Hardin County Normal Institute
Normal Institute
Fatal backache warning prompts Dean's Kidney Pills
An Eidora citizen Mrs. D McGee reports severe backache and recurring attacks, saying Dean's Kidney Pills quickly eased pain and stopped further episodes. The ad urges readers to buy from Foster-Kilburn Co. Buffalo NY, sole US agents, price 50 cents. Remember the name Dean's and take no substitute.
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Eldora
Dean
Bright
Eidora
D McGee
D. Meteo
West Hardin St
Smith & Reed
Foster-Kilburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Long Coat of Black Taffeta With White Lining and Capes
Fashion notes describe a long black taffeta coat lined to the waist with white taffeta, unlined from the waist down. Three white stitched capes add a decorative touch. Fronts may be left open or closed for a semi-tight silhouette.
Eldora Institute praised for its benefits and community support
Residents and officials at an Eldora gathering lauded the institute for its educational and technical lectures. They thanked Lupt, Chassell, and instructors, the school board, M B K church trustees, Eldora citizens for transport, and Supt. and Mrs. Miles for hosting and entertaining. A committee was formed to study the Fred Berninghausen clay enterprise, with Eldora's clay resources seen as a path to future pottery and brick industries.
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Lupt
Chassell
M. BK. Church
Eldora
Miles
A Light Heart and its Gentle Paradoxes
A London Spectator essay explores whether a truly light heart is possible and historical figures like Thoreau St Francis and the Cracouesans are cited. It notes that amid duties and ambitions joy often resides in simple work and creative expression, while overburdened minds dampen happiness.
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Wen
Thoreau
St. Mranels
St. Francis
Ile
St. Franciss
Gayety
Crauciseans
London Spectator
Bishop Remembers Sermon by Ambitious Youth
A celebrated bishop recalls a hot summer morning sermon by a fresh college graduate. The youth bellowed, gestured wildly, and demanded feedback. The bishop, smiling, notes the contrast with last year when the young preacher did nothing at all.
Dying Boarder Requests Hymns At Last
The boarder near death at a landlady's home asks for hymns as the minister is summoned. He requests songs including Feed me till I want no more and We’re going home to dineno more, while several boarders share in their grief and support.
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Mother Grundy
Traveler in Eastern Russia Tells Greek Church Service Tale
The London Chronicle recounts a traveler’s diary in eastern Russia who attends a Greek church service and notices a giant attendant flourishing an asperge with skill and muttering a familiar sounding line. Afterward the man reveals he is from Dunfermline and had joined the Greek priest’s service temporarily.
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London Chronicle
Barhil On Time and the Jogging Family Dinner Time
A Boston Tran script depicts Barhil punctual and Mr Jogging uncertain about time. Mrs Joggins asserts a firm home arrival at the visual time, and Jogging concedes his wife’s word often becomes true. The dialogue centers on domestic timing and authority.
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Barhil
Mr. Jogging
A Discouraged Fighter Reported by Chicago Post
The Chicago Post quotes remarks on Flo as a fighter whose vigor faded. The dialogue notes he once sought partners to whip him into action and finally found someone capable, ending with a reflective exchange about his changed resolve.
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Flo
Weall
Chicago Post
Miserly Habits Become Riches and Losses
A quotation from the Atlanta Constitution contrasts a miser who grows rich by seeming poor with an extravagant man who grows poor by seeming rich. The exchange suggests appearances mislead fortune and social perception.
Democratic Nominations List From County Convention
The Democratic county convention nominated J. B. Bleeker of Ackley for Treasurer and Wm. Weimer of Radcliffe for Supervisor. No nominations were made for Representative or Sheriff, leaving those offices to bolters to name later.
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J. B. Bleeker
Ackley
Wm. Weimer
Radcliffe
Bolters
Citizens Bank Times Deposits and Loans in Midora Iowa
The Citizens Bank specializes in time deposits at low interest, loans, and reliable abstracts of title. J J Hardin serves as president, located in Midora, Iowa.
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J.J. Hardin
Midora
Iowa
Stepping Stone to Wealth Cedar Rapids Business College Booklet
Cedar Rapids Business College publishes a booklet titled Stepping Stone to Wealth, highlighting graduates earning from 1,000 to 20,000 dollars annually. It cites letters from students and photos, noting twenty years of strong placement, inviting inquiries for copies.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Cedar Rapids Business College
America
A. N. Palmer
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Eldora Public Schools
the Herald
Bradley
Parker
Grinnell
Court House
Wilsworth
B. E. Purcell
Jenssen & Krause
the Normal Institute
C. M. Haas
Eldora Commercial Club
Fred Berninghausen
Urnain
Atlanta Constitution
Citizens Bank
Wisner
Pera
Night
Lincoln Carter
Gilbert
Fouse
County Recorder
Charles City
Jim Wright Price
Eldorsa
Ordorg
Wenty
Hereford Buus
Comminder
Calkon
Nidan Albrigh
Fldora
Marshallown Rug Factory
Biowird
North First Street
Partigulara
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